We invite you to meet some people who represent the Hispanic community from different positions, professions and perspectives in Houston. They reflect the diversity that characterize this city, from those born in Houston to those who have made careers here after coming from Latin American countries and even from Spain.

You can find them in different industries, such as energy, finance, culture and even in social and political fields, people like Senator Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, and other local officers and activities. They also bring prestige to the world of sports, arts and entertainment. In fact, three very popular sports in Houston have Latino athletes, while the Houston Symphony Orchestra is conducted by a Colombian.

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Companies in Houston need to bring more Hispanic executives into C-suites and board rooms, or risk losing out on a growing market and large source of talent, Hispanic business leaders say. Hundreds of people in Houston’s Latino business community gathered Thursday night for the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s “State of Hispanics” event, listening to […]

Students living in communities that traditionally lack resources to succeed now have an opportunity for a brighter future thanks to the Lone Star College Promise Firsts Scholarship program. “I am very proud that Lone Star College can now provide additional scholarships specifically designed to help lift students from these communities through higher education,” said Stephen […]